There are no minimizing/maximizing icons in the upper right header of the
file

Typically that occurs when workbook protection to the worksheet window has
been set. If so, Tools, Protection, Unprotect Workbook will fix the
problem.

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Jim Rech
Excel MVP
"mommarosa" wrote in message
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| When I open one specific file in Excel, it only opens to 3/4 of the
screen,
| leaving gray space between the file and the Excel window. There are no
| minimizing/maximizing icons in the upper right header of the file. I can
| view and use the worksheet, just not view it in a full window. I've tried
| several methods to maximize/restore the window fully, but nothing is
working.
| A new file will open to full capacity.